All aboard the Santa Express!

Bring the family, and enjoy a ride from the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad’s depot to the North Pole (and return). En route, you will hear the story of Santa’s Scenic Valley Ride, and take part in other fun, family activities. Experience what has become a tradition for families from across Iowa, and beyond. Tickets for this event go on sale November 1, 2024.

The Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad is a division of the Iowa Railroad Historical Society, a non-profit, operating railroad museum.

Santa Express Schedule

There are four Santa Express departures each day of this four-day event. Trains travel the entire 7-mile round-trip route. Rides last 55 minutes.

Saturday, November 30, 2024 – Departures at 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, and 2:30 pm

Sunday, December 1, 2024 – Departures at 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, and 2:30 pm

Saturday, December 7, 2024 – Departures at 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, and 2:30 pm

Sunday, December 8, 2024 – Departures at 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, and 2:30 pm